About The Family Nutrition Program
Ohio State University Extension's Family Nutrition Program (FNP) is funded by a grant throughout the Midwest Region Food and Consumer Service, United States Department of Agriculture. The Family Nutrition Program is sometimes referred to as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. FNP is a joint partnership between the Ohio Department of Human Services and Ohio State University Extension in an effort to improve the level of nutrition education of families and individuals who are participants or eligible nonparticipants in the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP).
County Family Nutrition Program News
Dates on Canned Foods Varies in Meaning
Canned goods don't really have expiration dates. Most canned products have a "best if used by" date, after which the quality of the food may deteriorate, but it still would be safe to eat. Other products may have the date that the product was packaged, or a code indicating its packing date. That and other information, such as which plant manufactured the product, can be used to track the item in case of a recall or other problem.
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Family Nutrition Programs at Primetime Senior Nutrition Sites.
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ChooseMyPlate.gov
ChooseMyPlate.gov
A new icon has been introduced by the USDA to help guide us toward a balanced and healthy intake of foods and beverages. MyPlate is replacing MyPyramid, with a focus on our dietary choices meal to meal.
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Egg Safety Should Always Be Considered
Although the massive egg-related Salmonella outbreak is on the wane, Ohio State University food safety microbiologists say the situation serves as a good reminder that consumers always should be cautious about their handling and consumption of whole shell eggs. At the same time, consumers needn't be overly worried about their safety, either.
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